In Maroondah City Council, tree removal on private land is regulated under various overlays in the Maroondah Planning Scheme. A permit is generally required if the tree is located within:
- Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO)
- Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO)
- Heritage Overlay (HO)
- Neighbourhood Character Overlay (NCO)
- If native vegetation is being removed from a property greater than 4,000 square meters.
Permit Exemptions
You may not need a permit if:
- Complying with a formal notice to clear fire hazards.
- Clearing vegetation to maintain electricity lines (with minimal pruning).
- Pruning for regeneration or ornamental shaping within an SLO.
Application Process
To apply for a permit, you need to submit a planning permit application along with the application fee and required documents, such as a Certificate of Title and scaled site plans. It is recommended to contact the council to confirm the specifics and ensure compliance with all regulations.
For detailed information and application forms, you can visit the [Maroondah City Council website https://www.maroondah.vic.gov.au or https://www.maroondah.vic.gov.au/Residents-property/Trees-vegetation-and-weeds